Episodes

Oct 17, 2021

Tryout time is here! Are you ready? Listen in as I walk you through some "best practices" for running volleyball tryouts and share my honest opinions on what makes a successful tryout. SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/70-running-volleyball-tryouts

Oct 10, 2021

SHOW NOTES The technique in question: Should players be engaging their legs to pass the ball? Listen in as I break down when players should (and shouldn’t!) use their legs while passing. - - - - - - - - - - - TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE - - - - - - - - - - - + Proper passing form for young players. + Passing techniques for older players. + Access to the new Volleyball Coaches Mastermind Group! - - - - - - - - - - - LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST EPISODE - - - - - - - - - - - + Volleyball Coaches Corner Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796 + Passing With A Focus (Platform Work): https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips//passing-with-a-focus + Passing Progression Drill (Video): https://youtu.be/zp0ZoxakfWk + Volleyball Coaches Mastermind Group: https://getthepancake.com/mastermind-signup

Oct 3, 2021

Peer pressure is a great substitute for game-like pressure! This week I discuss a few ways to incorporate one of my favorite teaching tools in practice to help my teams succeed when game day rolls around! - - - - - - - - - SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/68-peer-pressure

Jan 24, 2021

Identify what might be holding your team back from communicating... and learn what you can do about it! See the Show Notes on www.getthepancake.com for links mentioned in this episode: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/67-communication

Jan 17, 2021

Practice can be productive AND fun... but first you need to discover what "fun" means to you! Listen in as the case is made that by figuring out what makes you smile can lead to a more productive (and of course, fun) volleyball season. SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/66-making-volleyball-fun

Jan 10, 2021

Learn how to promote yourself in person to find clients for private volleyball lessons. Order your copy today: Private Lessons: A Volleyball Coach’s Guide To Getting Started SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/65-promoting-yourself/

Oct 5, 2020

This episode is packed with actions that volleyball coaches can take to step up their game. I learned so much in this episode and think you will, too! Be sure to check out “The Sideline” podcast by Annie DeLoid and Matt Stolz to hear exciting stories from college volleyball coaches. SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/64-the-sideline

Sep 28, 2020

Power volleyball is great... but finesse can be a secret weapon when used appropriately! Watch and listen to this podcast for volleyball coaches to learn more about how to improve your offense, get in the heads of your opponents, and increase the number of situations your players are prepared for. SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/63-finesse/

Sep 20, 2020

Why cue words + hand signals are important while coaching volleyball: 1. Allow you to coach volleyball with a mask on. 2. Help quiet coaches communicate better in loud gyms with their teams. 3. Teach players the basics of volleyball in an easy-to-understand manner. 4. Replace long technical descriptions of techniques and coaching philosophy into just a few words. SEE MORE IN THE SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/62-volleyball-cue-words/

Sep 7, 2020

I love aggressive volleyball! And I bet you do, too! Teach your team to be more aggressive and competitive with this quick but fun volleyball drill that teaches players as young as 5th grade to hit downballs and back row attacks. I guarantee your cheering section will go crazy once your team hits one of these aggressive shots in a match! SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/61-downballs-back-row-attacks

Sep 1, 2020

Aim for the "Goldilocks Zone" with your volleyball drills in practice! We're going for drills that aren't too difficult, aren't too easy, but are just right . Pushing your players at the right level of difficulty will result in a steady increase in performance while keeping players engaged. SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/60-goldilocks-zone/

Aug 23, 2020

Club coaches and Directors, I can guarantee you will finish this podcast feeling inspired and motivated! Listen in as a family out of Corpus Christi shares how they’ve come together to build a volleyball program that is elevating the level of play in South Texas. ------------------ TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE ------------------ + The road to starting a volleyball club. + The type of athletes coaches love to work with. + What Club Directors at top programs look for in volleyball coaches. + Areas of focus to take your club to the next level. + The key to a successful social media strategy for volleyball clubs and businesses. + Club program add-ons: Fast 4’s, Mini-Leagues, Camps, and Performance Training. + Running a volleyball club during a pandemic. ------------------ SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/59-volleyball-club-family-business ------------------

Aug 17, 2020

Have you ever thought to yourself, "Taylor could be such a great setter, she just needs a little fine-tuning and she could be the best in her league. If only I had more time to work with her." If so, you could probably run a great private lesson! Many coaches haven't considered running private volleyball lessons before... despite the fact that they'd make a huge impact on their players! Listen as I discuss why I love running private lessons, plus I share tips to help you get started by next weekend! SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/58-private-volleyball-lessons/

Aug 9, 2020

Alright Coaches, let's practice a little self-care this week! You spend so much time giving to others, it's important to take make some time for yourself, too! This week, I want to introduce you briefly to a "personality test" known as the Enneagram. This tool will help volleyball coaches better understand what motivates them (both positively and negatively) and can help you relate better with your fellow coaches and administrators. Learning about yourself is a great way to recharge so you can tackle another week! Give yourself 15-20 minutes to take the test and learn more about yourself, and I guarantee it'll shift your perspective on how you approach coaching. Go to getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/57-enneagram for links to take a free test, and learn more about your type!

Aug 2, 2020

*As a head’s up, some parents may be uncomfortable listening to this episode with their children at first since we cover some sensitive topics. To respect every parent’s decision on how they address these topics with their kids, I encourage you to listen to this podcast first before listening with your child or talking to them about the topics in today’s episode. While the sport of volleyball is growing to include more participants than ever, many players are being left out. The high cost of club and limited access to equipment, dedicated coaches, and issues with the standard uniform prevents many children from ever stepping foot on the volleyball court. I am THRILLED to address the topics of equity, inclusion, and discrimination in volleyball with the one and only, Koko Volley. Coach Koko has built a tremendous library of videos for volleyball players, all free to watch on her YouTube channel: Koko Volley . SHOW NOTES: https://getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/56-equity-inclusion-and-discrimination-in-volleyball-koko-volley

Jul 26, 2020

Have you been put in charge of the social media accounts for your volleyball program? Are you hoping to grow your volleyball club or reach new fans for your high school and college programs? Listen in this week as Amy Jo Opsal from Sports Marketing Coach shares a TON of tips for coaches and administrators looking to grow their Facebook and Instagram accounts for their programs. SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/55-social-media-for-volleyball-programs

Jul 20, 2020

Contrary to popular belief, coaching volleyball is about more than just running good drills. In fact, a lot of your success as a coach is based on what happens OFF the court. Team bonding activities, being organized, and communicating well with parents… these are the things that truly make a difference. And this podcast is all about advice for volleyball coaches, sharing new ideas, and bringing on guests who offer new perspectives. I hope you enjoy the podcast and want to be the first to say, “welcome” to the Get The Pancake community. Learn more about how to coach volleyball and find valuable coaching tools at www.getthepancake.com .

Jul 19, 2020

We often think that athletes have the perfect life. They’re looked up to and seem to have it all together. But as you’ll learn in this episode, that’s not the case! Taylor Treacy, creator of The Virago Project , talks to us about mindset shifts she made as a player, her goal-setting routine, and advice she has for athletes hoping to play in college. Show Notes: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/54-the-virago-project

Jul 13, 2020

Man, are we going through some stressful times or what!? Since about mid-April after things started shutting down, I've been feeling a lot of stress and anxiety related to the future of our sport. And I know I’m not alone! Even though times are tough right now, we WILL get through this! In this week’s episode, I share different strategies for dealing with stress and anxiety as a coach. Because even after we’re all back on the court and our seasons go back to normal, there are still a lot of stressful situations that arise while coaching… And I want you to be prepared! SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/coaching-volleyball-stress

Jun 28, 2020

We all know that developing the athletes in our volleyball programs is important... but when it comes to deciding HOW to do that best, we can be left scratching our heads. That's why I am SO excited to share this week's episode of the podcast with you! Brett Lewis, Technical Director and 17/18U Head Coach for the Moncton Chargers, shares the steps he's taken to not only help grow the club he coaches for, but to also help the new coaches in his program understand the goals of the organization. Show notes can be found at https://getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/program-culture-brett-lewis .

May 31, 2020

What’s the best way to get your child to listen to your feedback when it comes to her mindset? What should you say to your athlete on the ride home from a tough match? Listen in as Paige Tonz, Girls Athlete Mindset Mentor walks us through the best way to handle these situations and more! SHOW NOTES AND GIVEAWAY DETAILS: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/paige-tonz

May 24, 2020

I can't believe it! Today marks 50 episodes for the Get The Pancake podcast! In order to celebrate, today will cover our top 5 episodes (plus a key takeaway from each) AND we're doing a giveaway! For more information about the giveaway and the links mentioned in this episode, head to www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/50-top-takeaways . —————— GIVEAWAY OVERVIEW —————— Asics shoe giveaway runs May 24th, 2020 12:01 AM PST - May 31st, 2020 11:59 PM PST. Winner to be announced one (1) week later. See the Official Rules of the giveaway here: https://getthepancake.com/asics-shoes-giveaway . How to enter the Giveaway during the Promotion Period online: One (1) entry: Leave a rating of the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake). One (1) entry: Subscribe or Follow the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake). Two (2) entries: Leave a written review of the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake). One (1) entry up to six (6) total entries : Tag a friend on the May 24th, 2020 Instagram post by @getthepancake announcing the giveaway. Entry is for the account making the comment only. Entrant must also follow @getthepancake on Instagram to be eligible for the prize. Failure to follow @getthepancake on Instagram will result in Entrant ineligibility. Limit of ten (10) entries per individual.

May 17, 2020

Looking for a little guidance on how to structure your volleyball practices? This week I share how I spend the first 10 minutes of practice with every team I coach... no exceptions! Not only will you increase your odds of starting on time (always a challenge), you'll also learn how to incorporate team bonding into every practice. Click here for the Show Notes from today's episode!

May 11, 2020

Are you coaching your own child this season? You can have a HUGE impact on the lessons they learn through sport based on how you approach your coaching role. Listen in as I chat with my own father who coached me when I was younger. I'm positive you'll finish the episode with a few epiphanies that spark some great discussions with your kids. Looking for the show notes? Visit https://getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/48-coaching-your-kid for links and resources mentioned in this episode!

May 3, 2020

What warm-ups are best for volleyball? Should you stretch before practice? Is there a best workout for volleyball players? You don't have to wonder anymore! David Hardy, volleyball trainer, makes these complex topics easy to understand for even beginner coaches! —————— GET IN TOUCH WITH DAVID —————— Instagram: @davidhardytrainer & @trademarkperformance (the company David works for) Facebook: David Hardy - Trainer Work with David in person: http://www.trademarkpc.com or call (219) 256-3832 —————— TRAINING ARTICLES BY DAVID HARDY ON WWW.GETTHEPANCAKE.COM —————— "Warming Up Before Playing Volleyball": https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-warmups "Training Differences Between Middle School and High School Volleyball Players": https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/training-middle-school-high-school-volleyball "ACL/MCL Injury Prevention": https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/acl-mcl-injury-prevention-volleyball "ACL Injuries and Female Athletes": https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/acl-injuries-in-females-athletes —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— ✅ "Essentials Packet" with all the basic printable new coaches need to get started: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-coach-essentials ⭐️ "Ultimate Packet" with EVERY printable from Get The Pancake (at 20% off!): https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-coach-ultimate-packet 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuoH_J7d3CO_o1FlUr7S1RA

Apr 26, 2020

Do you only become successful after hard work and growth? Or does success lead to growth? Listen to this quick episode that breaks down how to strategically use "success" in order to help your athletes gain confidence on the court and get better in their sport. —————— DRILLS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Shuttle Passing: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/easy-passing-drill-shuttle-passing Team Serving Challenge: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/team-serving-challenge-serving-under-pressure Hitting Lines vs. Defense: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-hitting-lines-vs-defense —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 🎧 Podcast for Volleyball Coaches: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211 —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Apr 19, 2020

Win more volleyball games using these simple (but not always obvious) strategies! Break down your opponent's strengths and weaknesses, then use your team's talents to chip away at them. Practice "ugly" volleyball to prepare for this opportunity, and be ready to go into the match with high expectations! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Get The Pancake website: https://getthepancake.com/ Teach Your Passers To Read The Hitters: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/read-the-hitter —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Apr 15, 2020

Have you ever been accused of "having favorites" as a volleyball coach? If the answer is "no," it's probably just a matter of time! In this episode, I break down my theory on why players sometimes struggle with the decisions their coaches make. Deciding playing time, making your team, choosing captains... You can make these decisions easier on yourself and clearer for your players by first defining your values, sharing those values, and therefore giving players the framework they need to grow. Ultimately, this will reduce accusations of favoritism from players and parents. Please review the podcast and share it with a coaching friend! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— How to Make Hard Choices, a TED Talk by Ruth Chang: https://www.ted.com/talks/ruth_chang_how_to_make_hard_choices#t-1161052 "Volleyball Coaches Corner" closed Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 💪🏽 "ACL/MCL Injury Prevention" by Volleyball Trainer David Hardy: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/acl-mcl-injury-prevention-volleyball —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Apr 5, 2020

On this week’s episode of the Get The Pancake Podcast, I speak with a good friend of mine, Lynette Ray. Lynette has a wide range of experiences in the volleyball world… from officiating to being the director of a club program, this former college athlete and current volleyball coach has a ton of experiences to share… and she’s only 28! Listen in as she shares how her current 18’s team is dealing with the 6-week gap in their season due to coronavirus, some of the most surprising feedback she’s received from her players, and advice for coaches when they’re officiating. If you’re anything like me, you’ll walk away from this conversation feeling inspired and motivated to be a better volleyball coach. —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📄 Team Questionnaire Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-questionnaire-packet 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Mar 30, 2020

I'm just going to be honest with you... when it comes to skill development and comfort on the court, open gyms are better for most players than camps or clinics! You can improve the quality of volleyball in your area by simply offering a 1-2 hour open gym every week, provided you create a great learning environment for your players! Follow my tips to see a jump in overall skill and awareness on the court with players in your area. NOTE: Coaches may have restrictions on the interactions they can have with players out of season, so please check with your local governing body before scheduling open gyms! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Freeball/Downball Game: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill The Downball Game: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/the-downball-game Queen of The Court: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-drill-classics-queen-of-the-court —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 💪🏽"Warming Up Before Volleyball:" https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-warmups —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Mar 22, 2020

Anytime we're separated from our athletes (vacation, breaks, or mandated lockdowns), we're not able to coach them, right? ...WRONG! With just a few free apps, you're able to work with athletes anywhere, anytime. Listen to today's episode to get the full details on how I remotely work with players to provide them with helpful feedback digitally, while also boosting my coaching income (totally optional) in the process. —————— RESOURCES TO GET STARTED —————— 👥 Join the "Volleyball coaches Corner" closed Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/?source_id=177732259309891 🥞 See what I'm offering on www.getthepancake.com: https://getthepancake.com/products/online-volleyball-lesson 🔴 Record your screen (if unable to download the video sent to you) with "Record It!": https://apps.apple.com/us/app/record-it-screen-recorder/id1245356545 🏆 Record your analysis with "Coach's Eye": https://apps.apple.com/us/app/coachs-eye-video-analysis/id472006138 🎬 Edit your analysis with "Videoleap": https://apps.apple.com/us/app/enlight-videoleap-video-editor/id1255135442 📲 Upload your analysis to YouTube (if your file is too large to text/email): www.youtube.com ✅ Receive payment with the "Cash App," "Venmo," or "Paypal": https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cash-app/id711923939 | https://apps.apple.com/us/app/venmo/id351727428 | https://apps.apple.com/us/app/paypal-mobile-cash/id283646709 —————— READ THE LATEST ARTICLE ON WWW.GETTHEPANCAKE.COM! —————— Training Difference Between Middle School and High School Volleyball Players: By David Hardy, Volleyball Trainer: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/training-middle-school-high-school-volleyball —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Mar 15, 2020

Thinking about coaching volleyball this season? Have you really thought about whether it will fit into your schedule or not? Coaching can be a huge time commitment, especially when you compare "scheduled" coaching hours to the time you actually spend! Listen in as I discuss typical time requirements for rec volleyball coaches, middle school and high school volleyball coaches, and of course, club volleyball coaches. Keep in mind that your area might be different, and I encourage you to reach out to current coaches to learn more about differences in your area! —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 🎧 Practice Your Coaching Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437263858 —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Feb 24, 2020

Have you ever coached a team where it felt like everyone was dragging their feet? Or have you had a match where everything felt frantic and out of control? Instead of hoping for your team to "return to normal" it's time you take matters into your own hands! Teach your team to "control the thermostat" and influence the pace of the match using these simple analogies as cue words. —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 💪🏽 Mit It Up: A Hitting Drill For Your Volleyball Team: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/mix-it-up-hitting-drill 🙌🏼 Join the "Volleyball Coaches Corner" Closed Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Feb 16, 2020

Don't let little issues turn into disasters! Schedule mid-seasons evaluations with your volleyball team for a "progress report" now to save yourself headaches later on! —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 📄 Team Questionnaire Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-questionnaire-packet 💡 Hawthorne Effect: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawthorne_effect —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Feb 9, 2020

This week on the Get The Pancake Podcast, I'm going to read you an article I shared recently on www.getthepancake.com. The way you handle mistakes after a bad tournament has a huge impact on your performance moving forward, so be sure to follow these 4 simple steps before your next practice. —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Original Article (Links Included): https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/4-steps-to-recover-from-a-bad-tournament Episode 33. Building Up To Chaos: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/33-building-up-to-chaos-creating-learning-environment/id1455984211?i=1000462264667 How To Create Your Own Volleyball Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/how-to-create-your-own-volleyball-drill —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Feb 2, 2020

If you’re a new volleyball coach, you’re probably worried about… well, everything. Even if you have a year or two under your belt, you’re probably still working on refining your coaching philosophy, learning the latest techniques and strategies, spending extra time researching volleyball drills and skill breakdowns, signing up for coaching clinics… I think you get my point. When you're a new coach, it seems like you're always striving to learn more. But when you've been coaching for a couple of years? You start to feel like you just... know everything! Don't get me wrong, you definitely know more than when you started. But the comfort in our past successes can easily distract from future growth. In today's episode, I'll share personal stories to spark ideas in your mind about ways you can improve in your own career and avoid this trap! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Get The Pancake Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Episode 34: My Volleyball Team Doesn't Get Along... Please Help!: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000461608934 Episode 35: Top 4 Reasons Parents Get Frustrated With Their Child's Volleyball Coach: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000463706363 "Volleyball Coaches Corner" Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 🎧 Podcast for Volleyball Coaches: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211 —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Jan 26, 2020

Frustrated parents = headaches for volleyball coaches. But based on feedback from parents who follow GTP on Instagram, a lot of these headaches are avoidable . Listen in as I outline top complaints from parents and breakdown how YOU can improve these important relationships. Happy parents means less drama and a better experience for everyone! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Playing Time Philosophy (GTP Episode 34): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000463059039 Roles on a Volleyball Team Printout (After Newsletter Sign-Up): https://getthepancake.com/ 7 Ways a Volleyball Coach Decides Playing Time: https://youtu.be/BCJT10tQzyl/ Team Questionnaire Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-questionnaire-packet —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 🎧 Podcast for Volleyball Coaches: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211 —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Jan 19, 2020

Have you sat down and determined your playing time philosophy for your volleyball team? Or, are you just making adjustments as you go? Listen to this week's volleyball coaching podcast episode as I discuss the pros and cons of equal playing time, playing time based strictly on performance, and my own personal playing time philosophy which I have developed over the years. —————— Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball 💕 "Common Enemy" Team Bonding Activity: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-bonding-common-enemy 🏐 Volleyball Coaches Corner closed Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Jan 12, 2020

Too many coaches teach skills in a controlled environment, and then wonder why their team can't pass, hit, etc. in a match. It's because you haven't practiced in " chaos !" In this episode of the Get The Pancake Podcast, I take you from skill introduction to gameplay execution in just 20-25 minutes. Regardless of your team's skill level or age group, "building up to chaos" is a great way to incorporate more gamelike volleyball drills into practice. —————— Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support —————— DRILLS MENTIONED —————— Freeball/Downball: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill Hitting Lines Vs Defense: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-hitting-lines-vs-defense —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— 📖 “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season": https://amzn.to/2LGqVRw 🏆 Volleyball Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets 📋 Coaching beginner volleyball players? Read “The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball Players”: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Jan 5, 2020

I get asked this question ALL. THE. TIME. And I'm not surprised! Being on a volleyball team means facing challenges day after day with individuals you may or may not get along with. This is tough for most adults I know, let alone teen and preteen athletes. In this episode, I'll walk you three types of "interventions" you can use when your volleyball team doesn't get along. This moves from easiest to implement to the more challenging ways to deal with conflict. At the end of this episode, you should have one or two new tactics to help your volleyball team get along at your next practice. —————— LINKS AND RESOURCES —————— Private Facebook Group "Volleyball Coaches Corner": https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ [BOOK] “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season”: https://amzn.to/2Q2ODYa Mandating High-Fives Study (Discussed in Episode 23 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/3459794/kraus.touch.2010.pdf?response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DTactile_communication_cooperation_and_pe.pdf&X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIWOWYYGZ2Y53UL3A%2F20190923%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20190923T183052Z&X-Amz-Expires=3600&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=cce1d321f8576bd589550912c2fd2adced630bdcc20a8f21793fd4642d99b397 Team Cohesion and Team Success in Sport: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/026404102317200828?src=recsys Team Bonding Activity "Common Enemy" (Discussed in Episode 20 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-bonding-common-enemy Team Building Through Team Goal Setting: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10413209708415386?src=recsys Volleyball Goal Setting Packet (Discussed in Episode 8 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets Episode 18: Cut The "C" Players (Apple Podcasts Link): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000445488348 —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Dec 29, 2019

Have you been thinking about running a volleyball clinic for your players, but weren't sure where to start? Let me share some helpful tips on how to structure your clinics so you can start introducing the sport we all love to more athletes. Sign-up for the Get The Pancake Newsletter at www.getthepancake.com!

Dec 22, 2019

If you are coaching beginners in volleyball, this is episode is a *MUST* listen! Do you need a crash course on the basic rules of volleyball, what skills young volleyball players need to know, and what concepts you need to teach them? Let me walk you through how to coach beginner volleyball step-by-step! ---------- LINKS ---------- Original Article: www.getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball How to Underhand Serve a Volleyball for Beginners: https://youtu.be/E65rysfSWNQ How to Run a 6-2 in Volleyball: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/6-2-offensive-volleyball-system How to Run a 5-1 in Volleyball: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/5-1-offensive-volleyball-system Setting Down the Alley: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/teaching-your-setter-to-set-along-the-net-not-to-the-hitter [BOOK] Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season: https://amzn.to/2Q2ODYa Closed Facebook Group "Volleyball Coaches Corner:" https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ DRILLS Dead Fish Hitting Survivor Shuttle Passing Jousting Group Work 1 Touch, 2 Touch, 3 Touch, Columbus Queen of the Court

Nov 24, 2019

Are you a new volleyball coach who is trying to understand the positions on a volleyball team? Are you trying to place players in positions but don't know where to start when looking at your roster? Let me help! Keep in mind... this information is highly generalized and more for younger and newer teams. I hope this provides you with guidance but if you disagree with anything I highly encourage you to do what you think is best for your team! There have been plenty of times I myself have gone against the general advice provided in this episode, simply because it didn't work with the roster I had that season. I wish you good luck, and if you'd like to discuss further I encourage you to join the Volleyball Coaches Corner group on Facebook where you can talk to other volleyball coaches across the world! —————— Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support ----------- LINKS ----------- Volleyball Coaches Corner: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ Get The Pancake: www.getthepancake.com

Nov 17, 2019

It's that time of year again! Let me share three tips that I believe will make a HUGE difference in how you coach volleyball this year. Highly recommended for all coaches, but new volleyball coaches will especially benefit from the information in this podcast. ----------- LINKS ----------- Rules Article Link: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/team-rules-free-printable Podcast Episode 10: Chapter 4: Beginning of the Season: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437901676 Book: Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season on Amazon: https://amzn.to/33W0fSy Hosting a Cookie Exchange: https://www.handletheheat.com/how-to-host-a-cookie-exchange/ Team Questionnaire Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-questionnaire-packet Freeball/Downball Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill Get The Pancake on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuoH_J7d3CO_o1FlUr7S1RA/featured

Oct 20, 2019

Lindsey Napela Berg is a former Olympic and professional volleyball athlete, born in Honolulu, Hawaii. Lindsey played volleyball for the University of Minnesota and in three Olympic Games for the US national team, winning two Olympic silver medals. She is currently building a platform, THE CUORE PROJECT , to share, educate and inspire. She is focusing on female volleyball athletes, to provide a positive resource for those coming up in the sport. ----------- LINKS ----------- THE CUORE PROJECT: Website: https://www.thecuoreproject.com/ Instagram: @thecuoreproject YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3kiACc0KxBT-vkl_vpX2xA FOLLOW LINDSEY: Instagram: @napela MORE LINKS: How to watch professional and college and volleyball: www.flovolleyball.tv

Oct 13, 2019

In this week's volleyball podcast episode, you get TWO articles from getthepancake.com read to you, PLUS audio from the Get The Pancake YouTube channel is included. It's that time of the year when the end of the season is sneaking up on us... don't get caught by surprise! This week's episode includes tips on what to do for volleyball seniors on senior night, end of season party ideas, and how to give a great speech at your end of the year volleyball party! ---------- LINKS ---------- Original Articles: " 5 Ways To Honor Seniors on Senior Night :" https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/5-ways-to-honor-seniors-on-senior-night " End of Season Party Ideas :" https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/end-of-season-party-ideas Original Video from YouTube: " 5 Steps to a Great End of Season Speech :" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93sbtCs0lGw&t=9s Get The Pancake YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuoH_J7d3CO_o1FlUr7S1RA Get The Pancake Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/getthepancake?listId=1WAHZCEO9GAD0 Fillable Awards from Get The Pancake: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-award-certificate-color-bundle

Oct 6, 2019

I thought this week I'd go more "motivational" and share a very small portion of one of the most influential books on my own personal coaching career. John Wooden was an astonishing basketball coach who achieved much during his long career, and I've always found his style, values, and teachings to be motivational, no matter what situation I was in. Let me share two building blocks of his infamous "Pyramid of Success" with you in this week's episode. ----------- LINKS ----------- Affiliate link to "Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success" (the exact copy I own. Heads up, this one was written with a preacher and has religious applications as well.): https://amzn.to/2ALpWIl Affiliate link to "Wooden on Leadership: How to Create a Winning Organization" : https://amzn.to/30KXTU0 Affiliate link to "They Call Me Coach" : https://amzn.to/30KenM4 Volleyball Tryout Evaluation Forms: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-tryouts-evaluation-forms Get The Pancake website: https://getthepancake.com Get The Pancake on Instagram: https://instagram.com/getthepancake Don't forget to RATE and SHARE if you enjoy the Get The Pancake Podcast!

Sep 29, 2019

What motivates players more, a "good job" or a high five? Find out in this week's episode of the Get The Pancake Podcast, a podcast for volleyball coaches! ----------- LINKS ----------- Original study: "High fives motivate: the effects of gestural and ambiguous verbal praise on motivation” by Bradley J. Morris and Shannon R. Zentall, published in the Frontiers in Psychology journal in 2014. Read my article on getthepancake.com: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/motivating-players Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/getthepancake

Sep 23, 2019

Questions addressed in today’s episode: - “How do you motivate players? To talk, to encourage each other, to play hard, etc?” - ”How can I get a school to give me a shot at coaching if I’ve never coached before?” - “How to help a coach when you are a parent?” - “What is your suggestion on a healthy praise/criticism ratio?” - “How do you feel about Player A saying Player B’s name when she thinks it’s their ball?” - “Never coached before but have played. I am now head varsity coach at a big high school. Tips?” ----------- LINKS ----------- Get The Pancake on Instagram: instagram.com/getthepancake Study on High-Fives: https://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/3459794/kraus.touch.2010.pdf?response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DTactile_communication_cooperation_and_pe.pdf&X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIWOWYYGZ2Y53UL3A%2F20190923%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20190923T183052Z&X-Amz-Expires=3600&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=cce1d321f8576bd589550912c2fd2adced630bdcc20a8f21793fd4642d99b397 Interview Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437901676 Interview Article: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/interview-to-coach-volleyball Chapter 4 from "Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437901676 Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season: https://amzn.to/2l5PQm6 The Volleyball Coaching Bible Review: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/book-review-the-volleyball-coaching-bible Volleyball Coaches Corner: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ Get The Pancake: www.getthepancake.com

Sep 15, 2019

This week I answer questions my followers submitted through Instagram stories (follow @getthepancake so you don't miss out) and WOW did you guys send in some great questions! This episode covers how to handle bad calls so your team doesn't lose momentum, what to do when you have a player who "doesn't care," and more! ---------- LINKS ---------- Follow Get The Pancake on Instagram: www.instagram.com/getthepancake Freeball/Downball Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill Vegas Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-scrimmage-alternative-vegas ---------- Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and check back next week for another episode of the Get The Pancake Podcast, a podcast for volleyball coaches. ---------- Quick disclaimer: Please keep in mind that my answers are my own personal opinion based on the limited information I received through Instagram Stories. If you are facing a similar situation but feel it should be handled differently, I encourage you to act in a way that you believe best resolves your specific situation since my examples are just that... examples! Thank you for listening!

Sep 8, 2019

On todays episode, I read you the article "Coaching Anxious Players: 5 Steps To Confident Athletes" from www.getthepancake.com . If you have a player (or two) on your team who seems to freeze up or look to you for support when you are not expecting it, they might be feeling anxious in the moment. I give you 5 steps to follow in order to help them feel more confident in themselves and their actions, leading to athletes who don't hesitate on the court. *Disclaimer: I’m going to discuss coaching players who are ANXIOUS, not players who have been diagnosed with anxiety. I am not a sports psychologist. Just an experienced coach who is sharing tips to try to help you coach through a growing trend I’ve noticed among volleyball athletes in the past 2-3 years. ------------ LINKS ------------ " Volleyball Coaches Corner " closed Facebook group - Get The Pancake community. Original Article link: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/coaching-anxious-players

Sep 1, 2019

In today's episode, I share a NEW team bonding activity for volleyball coaches to use with their team! This is recommended for teams who are just starting their season, for teams going through a rough patch. By uniting with one goal, players are able to see others as competition, not their teammates! ------------ LINKS ------------ Tuckman's Stages of Group Development: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tuckman%27s_stages_of_group_development The Leadership Challenge: https://amzn.to/2ZHrUUj The Student Leadership Challenge: https://amzn.to/2LcRxbw Team Bonding Activity Printout: "Identifying a Common Enemy:" https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-bonding-common-enemy ------------ GET THE PANCAKE ------------ Check out our free volleyball coaching resources at www.getthepancake.com and follow @getthepancake on Instagram! Join the "Volleyball Coaches Corner" Facebook group to get in on the great conversations we're having there! All coaches are welcome, regardless of experience! https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796 ------------ Links to Amazon are affiliate links. These do not increase your price, but allow Amazon to pay me a small commission in the event you purchase one of my recommended items. I personally own "The Leadership Challenge" and wouldn't recommend it unless I didn't think it would provide you value ;)

Aug 4, 2019

Are you ACTUALLY going to get another year of experience this year? Or will you just be repeating what you did last year? This episode is meant to motivate you to earn a new season of experience! ---------- LINKS ---------- + Goal Setting Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets + Lookup YouTube videos and filter by year: https://www.youtube.com , search for a skill you want to learn and then click the "filter" button to limit the results to more recent videos! + Check Out Get The Pancake: https://getthepancake.com + Follow Get The Pancake on Instagram: https://instagram.com/getthepancake

Jul 28, 2019

MAN do I have an exciting episode for you today! After being inspired by episode 104 of the RISE podcast by Rachel Hollis (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rise-podcast/id1245763628), I have some great advice to share with you regarding player selection for your upcoming season. Volleyball coaches, listen close! Following this advice could save you some major headaches down the road. Have some thoughts on this episode? Join the "Volleyball Coaches Corner" closed (aka private to members) Facebook group to discuss! Visit getthepancake.com to learn more about the free + premium resources we provide to new volleyball coaches.

Jul 21, 2019

*SPECIAL EDITION EPISODE* I've been getting a ton of questions lately about tryouts from players through Instagram ( @getthepancake ) so I wanted to share some insight that I thought would help! Since this is a podcast for coaches, my hope is that those of you who are also parents will listen to this episode with your child and that it will spark discussions about positive self-talk, work ethic, and general preparation steps for volleyball tryouts. Please leave a review in your podcast app of choice and follow @getthepancake for more volleyball coaching tips!

Jul 7, 2019

In today's episode, you get the opportunity to listen in on one of the modules from my online video course: " Make Money Coaching Volleyball ." Whether you're looking to get your side-hustle on, or just want to learn how to run a good private lesson, this course will walk you step-by-step through getting your first lesson and teach you how to structure your time to give the most value to your athletes, resulting in repeat lessons. It's a win-win for everyone, as you get to coach more and make money, while improving the level of volleyball in your community! Make Money Coaching Volleyball Online Video Course: https://getthepancake.teachable.com/p/make-money-coaching-volleyball Check out our free volleyball coaching resources at www.getthepancake.com and follow @getthepancake on Instagram!

Jun 30, 2019

In this week's episode I discuss the importance of running TRULY game-like practices (AKA, practicing less-than-ideal scenarios) in order to have a more successful start to your volleyball season. This advice applies to ALL ages, but teams at the 7th grade through sophomore levels will benefit most from this advice. ------------ LINKS ------------ Learn about the importance of goal setting here: https://getthepancake.com/goal-setting-success "Fetch" volleyball drill: https://youtu.be/jRgwVy82rwc

Jun 16, 2019

Come into your first season confidently! Listen to these five tips for getting your season off to a good start. Great for new volleyball coaches or club coaches who are new to the school scene. ———— LINKS ———— School Rankings: https://www.maxpreps.com/ Goal Setting Worksheets: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets ———— GET SOCIAL WITH GET THE PANCAKE ———— Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake Volleyball Coaches Corner Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/

Jun 9, 2019

In this episode Dr. Jacob Swart answers YOUR questions submitted to @getthepancake on Instagram. ------------------ TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE ------------------ + How to strengthen your ankles + What ages to introduce strength training + Strength training for liberos + How to increase your vertical (of course) + MANY MORE (some answers might surprise you!) ------------------ SHOW NOTES ------------------ Resources and articles mentioned by Dr. Jacob Swart: + Art of Breath online course by Brian MacKenzie: https://powerspeedendurance.com/artofbreathonlinecourse/ + Performance-based physical therapist search engine: Clinical Athlete https://www.clinicalathlete.com/clinicians + Single Sport vs Multi-Sport Athlete Article: https://usatodayhss.com/2017/a-few-surprises-in-the-data-behind-single-sport-and-multisport-athletes + Female athletes more likely to tear ACL: https://www.verywellhealth.com/acl-tears-more-common-in-women-and-girls-2549223 + Just Fly podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-fly-performance-podcast/id1121047188 ------------------ CONTACT DR. JACOB SWART ------------------ + Instagram: @dr.jacob.swart + Email: jacob@athletespotential.com Work with Jacob IRL (in real life) if you’re in the Atlanta area: + Physical Therapist at Athletes Potential: https://www.athletespotential.com/ + Strength Coach at Stat Wellness: https://www.stat-wellness.com/

May 26, 2019

Today I answer two more questions from Instagram! -------------- Questions answered: 1. How do you handle a player that skillfully insults/attacks teammates when you are not looking? 2. How do you build up a player's mental toughness? -------------- Links mentioned in today's episode: Get The Pancake on Pinterest: pinterest.com/getthepancake Tattling vs Telling Poster/Printout: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/858006166483337721/ Team Serving Challenge: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/team-serving-challenge-serving-under-pressure Team Serving Challenge Video Description: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5qROXD9ZaE Freeball/Downball Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill Send me a DM on Instagram and say hi!!! insatgram.com/getthepancake

May 19, 2019

Hey volleyball coaches! Whether you are wondering how to coach beginner volleyball or you've been coaching for a while and just want to ask another coach some questions, you'll enjoy this episode of my podcast for volleyball coaches! Questions addressed include: How do you handle angry, upset parents who you just can't seem to win over? What do you do when your best setter is also your most effective hitter? Setting drills for juniors to improve and be able to feel confident leading their team? How do you handle a player that constantly argues the decisions you make as a coach? If you'd like to answer any of these questions yourself, or comment on my answers, please request to join us in the closed Facebook group, " Volleyball Coaches Corner ." Also, be sure to follow @ getthepancake on Instagram to participate in future Q&A sessions and fun volleyball polls!

May 12, 2019

If you're looking for actionable advice, you will not be disappointed with this episode! This week is a special treat. I read you chapter 4 from my book, "Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season." My book is now out in paperback! It is also available as an ebook on Amazon if you prefer an electronic copy. There is even more information in my book, so whether you're looking for guidance through your first season, or think this could benefit a friend, give it a listen and a share! ----------------- Click here to go directly to the book on Amazon! ----------------- Request to join the closed " Volleyball Coaches Corner " Facebook group. ----------------- Looking for FREE volleyball drills? Head to www.getthepancake.com and browse through my collection!

May 5, 2019

INTERACTIVE EPISODE! Get a few tips on how to prepare for an interview to coach volleyball, PLUS hear almost 20 sample interview questions. Take your preparations up a notch and pause the episode to practice answering each question! Coaching volleyball is an amazing experience that many players look forward to having once they leave school. Whether you played high school volleyball, college volleyball, or maybe you only played in PE, you CAN get a job coaching volleyball if you prepare well enough. ---------------- Original article: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/interview-to-coach-volleyball ---------------- New to coaching volleyball? Check out my recommended basics for first-time coaches in my Amazon Shop! Includes the paperback version of my book, "Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season." https://www.amazon.com/shop/getthepancake

Apr 28, 2019

My first year of coaching volleyball had its fair share of ups and downs, and despite my years of playing both club and high school volleyball, coaching my first team required an entirely different thought process. No matter how strategically you were thinking as a player, different components enter the picture as a coach (think motivation, organization, playing moderator, etc.). One major area I overlooked was goal setting. In your first year of coaching, it's easy to get caught up in game tactics, practice plans, and teaching the physical skills. But it's the mental skills which will make all the difference, not only to your potential as a coach, but to your players' potential. -------------- Ready to have your best season yet? Get your copy of my goal setting worksheets! -------------- For discussion in the " Volleyball Coaches Corner " Facebook group: 1. Do you set goals with your team at the beginning of the season? 2. How often do you check in with your athletes to discuss performance? 3. What’s an example of a volleyball goal you’ve set for your team, for a player, or personally? -------------- Original Article: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/setting-goals-for-your-volleyball-team

Apr 21, 2019

If a player knows you will support them through the learning process and their failures, they will reward your trust by exceeding expectations. All volleyball coaches should listen to this! It will help you develop your coaching philosophy. Original article from Get The Pancake: 3 Reasons to Encourage Failure -------------- Questions for the " Volleyball Coaches Corner " closed Facebook group: 1. Do you encourage failure with your players? Not just accept it, but actively encourage it (both verbally and through your actions)? 2. How can you change your habits to be more encouraging of failure? 3. If you have a habit you're going to change, leave a comment for other coaches to see! It's nice to know we're not going through this alone! -------------- How to enable the "Get The Pancake Podcast" skill in your Amazon Echo or Dot device: In your Alexa App, click on the menu on your home screen Click "Skills & Games" and tap the search icon in the top right corner Type "Get The Pancake Podcast" and search Click on the first (and only!) result Click "Enable Skill" Using the "Settings" button you can manage your Flash Briefings, organizing what order your news is read to you! I, of course, recommend putting the Get The Pancake Podcast skill first ;) Now all you have to do, is say, "Alexa, what's my flash briefing?" or "Alexa, what's in the news?" -------------- Check out one of our most popular articles: " WHAT VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS WISH THEY COULD SAY TO THEIR COACHES (AND PARENTS!) "

Apr 14, 2019

Picking an assistant deserves a LOT of attention. Head coaches get the glory, but assistants are the ones who keep the show running. Skipping over this critical step could mean a tough season even for experienced coaches. Let me share four important factors I've found in picking the ideal assistant coach for you. ---------------- AFTER THIS EPISODE: Discussion starters for the private Facebook group for Get The Pancake coaches in " Volleyball Coaches Corner. " 1. Have you thought about your own coaching philosophy? How would you describe it? 2. What position(s) did you play? Do you think one position is better than the rest for head coaches to have experience in? What about assistant coaches? 3. Have you had an experience where you DIDN’T get along with your assistant? No need to name names or share specifics, but what do you think was behind the disagreements? 4. Are there any other questions you ask when looking for an assistant coach? Please request to join the " Volleyball Coaches Corner " group and just search for these discussion questions (posted April 14, 2019). Let us know what you think! The original article can be found here: 4 QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN PICKING AN ASSISTANT VOLLEYBALL COACH For more articles on coaching volleyball, head to www.getthepancake.com , and don't forget to follow @getthepancake on Instagram , Facebook , and Pinterest .

Apr 2, 2019

Let’s face it…. Playing poorly all day, whether it’s an important match or a big tournament weekend, takes its toll on even the most confident coaches and players. It’s no fun to watch a meltdown happen right in front of your eyes. Although you may not be happy with how your team performed, there are a couple of things you can do to get your team back on track. Link to the original article: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/bounce-back-from-a-bad-volleyball-tournament-or-match Drills mentioned in this episode: TEAM SERVING CHALLENGE | SERVING UNDER PRESSURE UNDER PRESSURE: PASSING CHALLENGE DRILL TO IDENTIFY TOP PASSERS “HITTING SURVIVOR” TRICKS YOUR PLAYERS INTO BEING BETTER HITTERS AND PASSERS! HIGH REP SERVE RECEIVE DRILL

Mar 15, 2019

When you are training a group of players to be elite athletes it can seem like spending time playing games at practice is a waste of time. What we sometimes forget as coaches is that fun is a major component of the learning process. Thinking back on my time as a player I first remember running around laughing with my teammates and playing fun games. Yes, I remember playing hard, training, and running through drills, but the most vivid memories are from when I was playing "deadfish," "the downball game," and more.

Mar 8, 2019

Before your first tournament of the season, you’ll need to identify leaders on your team. This can be a challenge because in the beginning of the season, EVERYONE is on their best behavior! Everyone hustles to shag, they’re all clapping for each other, and when you ask them to come in… they run. But in order to find one or two players who will own the role of leader, there are a few things we as coaches can keep an eye on at practice. Noticing these characteristics early on will help you in more ways than you can count, as you’ll be able to focus attention towards guiding these players, who in turn will help steer the rest of the team for you.

Mar 8, 2019

No matter what our team’s normal skill level is, sometimes there are just games (or even full days!) where our athletes are just…. off. It is probably worthwhile for you to dig into those reasons in an attempt to stop this situation from happening in the future. However, since it is usually a large, variable combination of things that may or may not have a possible solution, today I want to talk about what to do after you recognize this in your team! I want to talk about visualization in volleyball, especially because it helped me when I was playing and still helps to this day. It’s likely that not EVERYONE will buy-in… And that’s ok! But I want to make sure your athletes have the right tools in their toolkit to pull themselves out of a slump if possible.

Mar 7, 2019

How many times have you heard these instructions at a volleyball match or tournament… “Talk!” “Call the ball!” “Communicate!” You get the idea. I’ll admit, I have given these exact directions approximately… every day of coaching. And I think that’s alright! Constant communication is a habit that all players on the court need to develop. But when communication seems to be an issue, there’s likely a root cause that you need to address.